The Amish /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author:	Kraybill, Donald B.
Other Authors:	Johnson-Weiner, Karen, Nolt, Steven M., 1968-
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University Press, 2013.
Subjects:	Amish > Social life and customs. Amish > History.

Table of Contents:

Roots. Who are the Amish? ; European origins ; The story in America
Cultural context. Religious roots ; Sacred rituals ; The Amish way ; Symbols and identity
social organization. Diverse affiliations ; Population patterns ; Community organization ; Gender and family ; From Rumspringa to marriage ; Social ties and community rhythms ; Education
External ties. Agriculture ; Business ; Technology ; Health and healing ; Government and civic relations ; The Amish in print ; Tourism and media
The future. Pursuits of happiness
Appendix A. Related groups : Mennonites, Brethren, Hutterites
Appendix B. Key events in Amish history.